OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Dental Surgeons (Group-A Junior Branch) in the Odisha Medical Services under the Health & Family Welfare Department. A total of 124 vacancies will be filled through a written examination conducted by OPSC. The online application process will start on 17 March 2026 and the last date to apply is 17 April 2026. Interested candidates can apply through the official OPSC website.
| Organisation | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Dental Surgeon (Group-A Junior Branch) |
| Total Vacancy | 124 |
| Starting Date of Application | 17 March 2026 |
| Ending Date of Application | 17 April 2026 |
| Age Limit | 21–42 Years |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must possess a BDS or equivalent degree from a Medical College or Medical Institution recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). |
| Registration Requirement | Candidates must have a valid registration certificate under the Dentists Act, 1948. |
| Conversion Certificate | Candidates with foreign university degrees must submit a conversion certificate recognized by the Dental Council of India. |
| Language Requirement | Candidate must have passed Odia as a subject in Middle School or equivalent examination. |
| Written Examination | Objective type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ). |
| Total Questions & Marks | 200 questions for a total of 200 marks. |
| Duration | 3 Hours. |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer. |
| Syllabus | Based on BDS syllabus prescribed by the Dental Council of India (DCI). |
| Category | Vacancy |
| UR | 10 |
| SEBC | 08 |
| SC | 22 |
| ST | 84 |
| Total | 124 |
| Written Examination | Candidates will be selected through a written examination conducted by OPSC. |
| Merit List | Final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the written test. |
| Document Verification | Selected candidates will undergo document verification before appointment. |
| Pay Matrix Level | Pay Scale |
| Level-12 | ₹56,100 + Dearness Allowances as applicable |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Exempted from fee |
| Other Candidates | ₹500 |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026? | The online application process starts on 17 March 2026. |
| What is the last date to apply? | The last date to apply online is 17 April 2026. |
| How many vacancies are available? | A total of 124 Dental Surgeon posts are announced. |
| What is the age limit? | Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years of age. |
| What is the selection process? | Selection will be based on a written examination followed by document verification. |
